Carlos Alcaraz Eyes Career Grand Slam After Australian Open Semi-Final Victory
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz is making waves at the Australian Open, inching closer to his dream of completing a Career Grand Slam. The 22-year-old tennis star displayed an impressive performance against Alex de Minaur, winning decisively with scores of 7-5, 6-2, 6-1 during the quarter-finals on January 27 at the iconic Rod Laver Arena.
Alcaraz is now just two wins away from a remarkable achievement: becoming the youngest man in the Open Era to secure a Career Grand Slam if he claims the title this year.
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This victory marks Alcaraz’s fourth consecutive semi-final appearance in Grand Slam events and his tenth overall, highlighting his remarkable consistency and skill on the court. He has begun 2026 unbeaten, winning all 15 sets he has played so far without losing a single one.
Moreover, Alcaraz has now joined an elite group as the third-youngest player in the Open Era to reach the semi-finals at all four Grand Slams, following only legends Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal.
In the past, Alcaraz faced challenges in the Australian Open quarter-finals. In 2024, he was eliminated by Alexander Zverev, and in 2025, he lost to Novak Djokovic. However, he now has a chance for redemption, as he is set to face Zverev once more. Zverev secured his spot in the semi-finals after a tough match against Learner Tien, winning 6-3, 6-7 (5), 6-1, 7-6 (3).
Stay tuned for more updates as this thrilling tournament continues!
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